The Psalms and Hymns of Dr. Watts ‎#527

527. How large the promise, how divine

How large the promise, how divine,
To Abram and his seed!
"I'll be a God to thee and thine,
Supplying all their need."

The words of his extensive love
From age to age endure;
The Angel of the cov'nant proves,
And seals the blessing sure.

Jesus the ancient faith confirms,
To our great fathers giv'n;
He takes young children to his arms,
And calls them heirs of heav'n.

Our God, how faithful are his ways!
His love endures the same;
Nor from the promise of his grace
Blots out the children's name.

Text Information

• First Line: How large the promise, how divine
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1835
• Scripture:
  Genesis 17:7
  ;
  Romans 15:8
  ;
  Mark 10:14
  ;
  Psalm 50:23
  ;
  Psalm 50:14-15
  ;
  Psalm 50:10-11
  ;
  Psalm 50:8
• Topic: Judgment: day; Sinner: and saint's portion; God: the judge; Hypocrites and hypocrisy; Sins of tongue; Formal worship; Obedience: better than sacrifice; Professions: false; Saints: rewarded at last

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